Question

Write an equation of the line that passes through the given point and has the given slope. (−5, 4); slope −3

Answer 1

y = -3x - 11

Explanation:

Slope = -3

so...

-3x

y = -3x + (b)

given : (-5, 4) x=-5 y=4

4 = -3(-5) + b

4 = 15 + b

b = -11

so...

y = -3x - 11